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Summer Camp
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Summer Camp Guide 2015
Specialized Camps for Individuals with Disabilities
Table of Contents
Day Camps:
Adam’s Camp- Early Start, Pathfinder, Trailblazer
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Aurora Recreation Therapeutic Programs
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Beyond Classroom Walls
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Breckenridge Outdoor Center (BOEC)
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Camp Paha and PAT (Paha Adults in Transition)
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Challenge Aspen
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Children’s Hospital- Camp Little Tree and CamPossible
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City Surfers (Spectra Center)
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Colorado Acts
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Colorado Foundation for Conductive Education
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Colorado Jr. Wheelchair Sports Camp
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Continuum Summer Camp
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Denver Parks and Recreation Camp
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Durango Mountain Camp
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Easter Seals
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Expand – Boulder County Program
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Firefly Autism
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Garden Autism Services
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Gold Star Learning Options
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Highlands Ranch Therapeutic Recreation Program
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HighPointe Summer School/Transition Program
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Local City Programs
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National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD)
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Parker Recreation Summer Programs
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The Rhythm Within
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Santa Fe Art Gallery
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Sewall Child Development Center
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South Suburban Parks and Rec. - S.T.A.R. Program
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Spectra Autism Center
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Special Olympics
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Wilderness on Wheels
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Wellspring Work and Enrichment Programs
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YMCA Denver
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Zuma’s Rescue Ranch
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Overnight Camps:
Adam’s Camp- Adventure and Urban Adventure
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Aspen Camp
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Camp Cerebral Palsy/CamPossible
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Camp Colorado
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Camp Courage
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Camp Little Tree
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Camp Wapiyapi
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Camp Zenith - Children’s Hospital
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Champ Camp
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CNI Cochlear Kids Camp
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Colorado Lions Camp
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Colorado Summit Weekender Camp
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Easter Seals - Rocky Mountain Village
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Extreme Sports Camp / Ascendigo
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HILLS Camping Trip
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Jason's Camp
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Joseph’s Journey
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Junior Adventurer’s Camp
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Mile High Summer Camp
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Teens Kayak Camp - National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD)
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Cowboy Weekend – (NSCD)
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Pinyon Ranch Horse Seminar
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Ramah
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Rock n' Rally Summer Camp
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Round Up River Ranch
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Sky High Hope Camp (American Cancer Society)
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The Tikvah Program at Ramah Outdoor Adventure
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Wilderness Camp
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The Summer Camp Guide 2015 was created in partnership with the following agencies:
*This resource is provided as informational only. We do not endorse any services listed. Please
use your own discretion when utilizing services from any providers and contact the camps
directly for more information.
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Day Camp
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Adam’s Camp- Early Start, Pathfinder, Trailblazer
Website: http://www.adamscamp.org
Phone: (303) 563- 8290
Email: [email protected]
Ages: Children ages 1- 18
Cost: Varies by program- check website or email for more information
Dates: Multiple sessions available- check website or email for more information
Additional Information: Early Start, Pathfinder, and Trailblazer programs provide an intensive,
multidisciplinary therapy program in a fun camp setting for children with special needs.
Aurora Recreation Therapeutic Programs
Website: www.auroragov.org/ThingsToDo/Recreation/TherapeuticRecreation/index.htm
Phone: (303) 326-8410
Email: [email protected]
Ages: 14 and up
Cost: Email for pricing
Additional Information: Summer full day programs Monday- Friday from 10:00AM to 2:00PM.
Leisure activities for people with intellectual disabilities aged 14 and older.
Beyond Classroom Walls
Website: www.speechandvoice.com/bcw-summer-program
Phone Number: (303)-330-3309
Cost: Call for specific pricing
Dates and Times: Half-Day and Full-Day camps available, call for specific dates and times for
summer 2015. Additional Information: Camp options include: Light Rail Adventures and a Day
Camp. Light Rail Adventures takes individuals out on the Light Rail and teaches social skills,
language, academics, and thinking skills. The Day Camp provides individuals with natural
learning opportunities to practice communication and language, problem solve, interact and
work with peers, grow social skills, and become independent all while having fun.
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Breckenridge Outdoor Center (BOEC)
Website: www.boec.org
Phone Number: (970) 453-6422 (Toll Free Number: 800-383-2632)
Email: [email protected]
Call or email for dates, costs, and additional information.
Camp Paha and PAT (Paha Adults in Transition)
Website: www.lakewood.org/paha/
Phone Number: (303) 987-4866
Email: [email protected] (Megan Schoenbein, Programs Director)
Ages: Camp Paha is for children ages 6-17, while PAT is for young adults aged 18-25.
Cost: $25-$60 registration fee, $725 per session for Lakewood Residents, $930 per session for
non- Lakewood Residents, $1,450 for seven-week session for Lakewood Residents, $1,860 for
seven-week session for Non- Lakewood Residents
Dates: Session 1: June 15th - July 2nd
Session 2: July 13th- July 31st
Full Summer: June 15th – July 31st
Additional Information: Register by May 1st! Camp Paha provides safe, challenging, and fun
educational opportunities. PAT is a summer day experience tailored for young adults, and is
focused on skill building and independence.
Challenge Aspen
Website: www.challengeaspen.org/recreation/group-summer-camps/
Phone Number: (970) 923-0578
Email: [email protected] (Jessica Palen)
Ages: Outdoor Adventure Camp is for ages 8-25 with cognitive disabilities. Camp Champ is for
children with autism. Magic and Music of Dance is for children 5 and up with any disability. Just
for Teens Camp is for teens aged 13-20 with any disability.
Cost: Varies- contact Jessica Palen for more information (scholarships available)
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Dates: Outdoor Adventure Camp: June 15-19, Champ Camp: July 6-10, Magic and Music of
Dance: July 20-24, Just for Teens Camp: August 3-6
Additional Information: Each camp is geared towards a different age group, but all strive to
enhance social and life skills.
Children’s Hospital- Camp Little Tree and CamPossible
Website: www.childrenscolorado.org/conditions/rehab/camps/index.aspx
Phone Number: (720) 777-3456
Email: [email protected]
Additional Information: Camp Little Tree is for children ages 8 to 12 with sensory integration
impairments, learning, and attention deficits. CamPossible is for children ages 8 to 12 with
Cerebral Palsy. Email or call for pricing, dates, and additional information.
City Surfers (Spectra Center)
Website: www.spectracenter.org
Phone Number: 303-665-6800
Email: [email protected]
Ages: 3 – 6 yrs. old (Itty Bitty CitySurfers); 7 – 21 yrs. old (Original City Surfers)
Dates: 1st Session: June 1st – July 2nd; 2nd Session: July 13th – August 13th
Cost: Please contact camp for more information.
Additional Information: CItySurfers Summer Program provides therapeutic and recreational
experiences for children, and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related
Neurodevelopmental Disorders. Activities include music based activities, visits to museums,
aquariums and zoos; water and nature based activities, sports and games.
Colorado Acts – Shining Stars
Website: www.coloradoacts.org
Email: [email protected]
Ages: Ages 5-18
Cost: $100 per session
Colorado Acts Dates:
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Session 1: June 22nd -26th from 1:00PM-4:00PM
Session 2: July 13th -17th from 1:00PM- 4:00PM
Additional Information: Shining Stars is a drama camp experience for children with special
needs and provides students the opportunity to expand their communication and social skills.
Colorado Foundation for Conductive Education (CFCE)
Contact: 970-667-0348 or [email protected]
Web site: www.conductiveed.com
Dates & Costs: All camps run Mon - Fri; 9a.m. - 2 p.m. in Denver or Loveland
Denver:
June 1 - 12 (2 weeks) All abilities; all ages; Cost $1350
July 13 - Aug. 7 (4 weeks) All abilities; all ages; Cost $2500
July 13 - 24 (2 weeks) Children Under 5; Cost $810
July 27 - Aug. 7 (2 wks) Hi functioning walking camp; $1350
Loveland:
June 15 - 26 (2 weeks) All abilities; all ages; Cost $1350
July 6 - 24 (3 weeks) All abilities; all ages; Cost $2025
Ages: Typically 2 – 15, (however if you’d like to enroll your older teenager please call us).
Additional Information: Camp offers an intensive alternative approach to traditional therapy
for individuals with motor disabilities, such as cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, spina bifida,
Parkinson’s disease, stroke or head injury. There will be an evaluation as to whether
conductive education will provide maximum benefit for your child.
Colorado Jr. Wheelchair Sports Camp
Web site:
http://adaptiveadventures.org/event/2015/32nd-colorado-jr-wheelchair-sports-camp
Contact: Mary Carpenter
Phone Number: 303-985-7525
Email: [email protected]
Dates: June 8, 2015 – June 12, 2015 - 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Cost: Free - Registration deadline is May 13
Ages: Grades 1 - 12
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Colorado Jr. Wheelchair Sports Camp Additional Information: Camp is organized by Colorado
Sports for the Physically Challenged, Adaptive Adventures, and Aurora Central High School.
Campers have a physical disability that prevents them from participating equally with their
able-bodied peers. Sports include: archery, basketball, bowling, quad rugby, softball, swimming,
tennis, road racing, track, and many more. Recreation & leisure activities may include bocce
ball, theater movement, and power soccer. Camp is held at Aurora Central high School.
Continuum Summer Camp
Website: www.continuumofcolorado.org
Phone Number: (303) 214-3370
Ages: Ages 12-18
Cost: Call to reserve your spot and get more information about dates and cost.
Additional Information: This day camp held in Aurora provides site and community based
activities. The camp starts June 8th and runs for 8 weeks.
Denver Parks and Recreation – Adaptive Recreation
Website: www.denvergov.org/recreation or
www.denvergov.org/parksandrecreation/DenverParksandRecreation/ActivitiesPrograms/Adapt
iveRecreation/tabid/443643/Default.aspx
Phone Number: (720) 865- 0820
Email: [email protected]
Additional Information: Programs are offered for a variety of ages and abilities throughout
Denver. These programs include adaptive aquatics, horseback riding, water skiing, teen night
out, dances, camping, rafting and more!
Durango Mountain Camp
Web site: www.durangomountaincamp.com
Contact: Joyce Bilgrav 970-385-7713; Zane or BJ Bilgrav – 970-385-1778
Dates & Ages: Half Day Camp - ages 7 – 13. Operates June 27 – Aug. 2, 2015 Cost: $3,900
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Dates: & Ages: Full Day Camp - ages 9 - 13 operates June 27 – Aug. 2, 2015.
Cost: $5,550
Additional Information: Camp has hand-picked professional therapists to help students with
dyslexia issues. Activities may include mountain biking, wild Colorado, Horseback riding,
Technical Rock Climbing, Kayaking, Scuba (12 & over). Camp location is 44000 Highway 550 N.,
Durango, CO
Easter Seals
Website: www.easterseals.com/co/
Phone Number: (303) 233-1666 (extension 235)
Email: [email protected]
Ages: Yay! Camp is for children ages 6-18 of any and all abilities.
Cost: $75 per day/camper (discounted rate of $35 per day for Developmental Pathways
Community Outreach and Family Support clients)
Dates: Email or call for dates. Yay! Camp Denver runs from 8:30AM-4:00PM Monday-Friday
Additional Information: Yay! Camp also has a Summit County Location for children ages 7-18.
Yay! Camp Summit is from 8:30AM-4:30PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.
Expand – Boulder County Program
Website: www.bouldercolorado.gov/parks-rec/expand-program-for-people-with-disabilities
Phone Number: (303) 413-7269
Email: [email protected] (Cory Lasher)
Additional Information: Contact directly for dates, pricing, and information about programming.
Firefly Autism
Website: www.fireflyautism.org/
Phone Number: (303) 759-1192
Email: [email protected]
Ages: Children ages 3-18 with autism
Contact for dates and pricing. Additional Information: The Social Skills Camp is a 5-day intense
camp with a structured scheduled of fun activities that promote social and life skills.
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Garden Autism Services
Website: www.gardencolorado.org
Email: [email protected]
Ages: Day Camp for children ages 8-21 with autism.
Contact for pricing and dates.
Additional Information: Activities and outings are based on social engagement and adaptive
living skills. Camp runs from 10:00AM-3:00PM on Mondays- Thursdays.
Gold Star Learning Options
Web site: www.gsloinc.com
Contact: Rachel Corbridge
Phone Number: 303-327-9738
Email: [email protected]
Dates/Times: June 1 – Aug. 7, Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 9:30 a.m. till 2:30 p.m.
Cost: $75 registration fee, 1:1 enrollment $125/day, 3:1 enrollment $75/day
Ages: 5 - 21 and adults 21+ of all developmental levels.
Gold Star Learning Options Additional Information: Summer Adventure Program - Our
community based program offers safe, fun, and exciting experiences for our adventurers.
Groups are customized according to age & developmental level to maximize opportunities for
positive interactions. Come enjoy parks, museums, water parks, and more and make new
friends along the way. We encourage confidence, self-expression and acceptance of each other.
Near Franklin and 58th in Denver.
Highlands Ranch Therapeutic Recreation Program
Website: www.hrcaonline.org/Recreation/TherapeuticRecreation.aspx
Phone Number: (303) 471- 7043
Email: [email protected] (Summer Aden)
Additional Information: Contact for dates, pricing, and more information about programming.
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HighPointe Summer School/Transition Program
Website: www.highpointecenters.org
Phone Number: (303) 221- 3222 (Ask for Ken)
Email: [email protected]
Ages: Ages 16-21
Additional Information: Contact for dates, pricing, and information on programming.
Local City Programs
Lakewood - Website: www.lakewood.org enter “Rise Above” in search area for information on
R.I.S.E Above camp.
City of Longmont - Rec. Center Web site:
http://longmontcolorado.gov/departments/departments-n-z/recreation-services/scopetherapeutics-special-needs
Phone Number: (303) 774-4800
Email: [email protected]
Ages: Scope Teen Camp for ages 13 – 17. There is also a camp for 6 to 12 yr. olds.
Dates: June 1 – July 24, 2015, runs 8 weeks from 9-4.
Cost: $150 - $188 per week
Thornton - www.cityofthornton.net/Leisure/Pages/default.aspx
Wheat Ridge - www.ci.wheatridge.co.us/506/Recreation-Activity-Guides
Arvada - http://arvadacenter.org/education/summer-camps-2015
National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD)
Website: http://www.nscd.org/pdfs_programs/2015-Summer-Brochure.pdf
Phone: (303) 316-1518
Additional Information: NSCD provides many day programs & activities such as rafting, rock
climbing, biking, horse riding, canoe & kayaking, team sports, and more. Locations include
Winter Park, Grand County, Tabernash, Eldorado Canyon, Bear Creek Lake Park or South Platte
River, Lakewood & some metro only programs, and even more locations depending on the
activity. Contact or see website for dates and pricing and information regarding ages.
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Parker Recreation Summer Programs
Website: www.parkerrec.com/892/Therapeutic-Recreation
Phone Number: (303) 805- 3208 (Terry Bickel, Coordinator)
Email: [email protected]
See website or contact for session dates and costs.
Additional Information: Various therapeutic camps offered over the summer (including one on
one sessions).
The Rhythm Within
Website: www.therhythmwithin.net
Phone Number: (303) 827-418
Email: [email protected] (Jonah Berger)
Contact for dates, costs, and ages. Additional Information: Your child will be picked up from a
designated location on the agreed- upon days. Sessions can run from 2-3 hours to full days.
Sante Fe Art Gallery
Website: http://accessgallery.org
Phone Number: (303) 777-0797
Ages: All Ages
Cost: Varies, but about $3-4 per class (scholarships available)
Dates: Year round workshops
Additional Information: Workshops engage the community by opening doors to creative and
educational opportunities for people with disabilities to access the arts.
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Sewall Child Development Center
Website: www.sewall.org
Phone Number: (303) 399-1800
Email: [email protected]
Ages: Children ages 3 to 12
Cost: Prices vary per week (depending on half-day or full-day)
Dates: Contact for dates
Additional Information: A series of inclusive, weekly summer camp programs for children with
and without special needs. Please visit the website for more details.
South Suburban Parks and Rec - S.T.A.R. Program
Web site: http://www..ssprd.org/Licensed-Day-Camps
Contact: Mary Kaminski, Program Coordinator
Phone Number: 303.708.3518 office, 303.435.8242 cell
Email: [email protected]
Date: Variety of dates depending on the program
Cost: Ranges from $25/day to $50/day
Ages: Depends on program, but generally between 5 & 14
Additional Information: Everyone gains from inclusion. Individuals gain new friendships, new
recreation skills, and a better understanding of one another. Our goal is to provide an
environment where individuals with disabilities come together with their peers participating in
any recreation class or activity that South Suburban provides. In some cases, individuals with
disabilities may bring a friend or family member to assist the participant in class. If this is not
possible, a trained volunteer or staff person may be provided. Summer Camps are at Lone Tree
Rec. Center, (10249 Ridgegate Circle, Lone Tree, CO) or Goodson Rec. Center (6315 S.
University, Centennial, CO).
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Spectra Autism Center
Website: www.spectracenter.org
Phone Number: (303) 665-6800
Ages: Itty Bitty City ages 3-6, City Surfer Original ages 7-21, City Surfer Horizons ages 18-21
Cost: Itty Bitty City costs $75 for one session or $100 for both sessions.
City Surfer Original and Horizons both cost $100 per session, or $150 for both sessions.
Dates: Session 1 is from June-July (Fridays only for Itty Bitty City), and Session 2 is from JulyAugust (Fridays only for Itty Bitty City).
Additional Information: Check the website or contact for specific dates.
Special Olympics
Website: www.specialolympicsco.org
Phone Number: (720) 359-3100 (Toll Free Number: 800-777-5767)
Email: [email protected]
Additional Information: Session dates and costs vary, contact camp for more information.
Wilderness on Wheels
Website: www.wildernessonwheels.org
Phone Number: (303) 403-1110
Ages: All Ages
Cost: No cost- donations are welcome
Dates: Call to make a reservation
Additional Information: Pitch your tent on a deck elevated to the height of a wheelchair- a
natural environment made accessible.
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Wellspring Work and Enrichment Programs
Website: www.wellspringcommunityonline.org
Phone Number: (303) 660-1935
Email: [email protected]
Ages: High school students through adults
Additional Information: Call for session dates and cost.
YMCA Denver
Website: www.denverymca.org
Phone Number: (720) 524- 2730
Additional Information: Call for more information on session dates and pricing.
Zuma’s Rescue Ranch
Web site: www.zumasrescueranch.com
Contact: Lauren Munger 303-346-7493
Dates: June & July 1st & 3rd weeks
Cost: 3 Day Camp - $350; 5 Day Camp $435
Ages: 6 & up but depends on the child
Additional Information: Zuma's Equine Assisted Learning Program (ZEAL) – Our purpose is to
guide and support people through difficult life transitions, in a group setting, using the evidence
based Experiential Learning Model. Camps help children struggling with mood disorders,
learning differences, mental health issues and self-regulation. We will assist in the development
of successful life skills such as: respect, mood regulation, self-esteem, creative expression and
communication. Our program is run by Animal Assisted Coaching Specialists, Licensed Clinical
Social Workers and Licensed Practical Counselors. Camp activities could include pony rides, hay
rides, horsemanship classes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, movies field trips, tutoring. Camp
is in Littleton, near Chatfield Reservoir.
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Adam’s Camp- Adventure Camp
Website: www.adamscamp.org
Phone Number: (303) 563-8290
Email: [email protected]
Ages: Young Adults with special needs
Contact for dates and pricing.
Additional Information: Our Mountain Adventure Camp provides an experience that is fun of
fun, challenge, and adventure.
Aspen Camp
Website: www.aspencamp.org
Contact: 1-970-315-0513
Email: [email protected]
Dates and Ages for Deaf Campers: June 16 - 29; Ages 13 – 17, July 7 - 20; Ages 10 – 15,
July 21 - Aug. 3; Ages 8 - 12
Dates & Ages for KODA Campers: June 2 - 8; Ages 8 – 12, June 9 - 18; Ages 13 - 17
Cost: $699 - $1,199 - Scholarships & payment plans may be available.
Additional Information: Activities may include rafting, crafts, camping, games, high robes, low
ropes, hot springs, bonfire, ASL development, reading, swimming, & making friends. Camp is 4
hours west of Denver. Aspen is 25 minutes north of camp.
Camp Cerebral Palsy/CamPossible
Contact: 720-777-3456
Web site: http://orthopedics.childrenscolorado.org/what-we-do/rehab--physical-therapy
Date: June 19- June 21
Cost: Scholarships Available
Ages: 8 - 12 yrs.
Additional Information: Three day camps designed to meet the unique needs of children with
cerebral palsy. Activities will be adapted to foster success and a sense of achievement while
camping with peers in the mountains setting. Location is near Breckenridge.
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Camp Colorado
Web site: www.diabetes.org/in-my-community/diabetes-camp/camps/colorado.html
Contact: Emily Fay, 720-855-2201 ext. 7015
Email: [email protected]
Dates: June 28- July 3, 2015
Cost: Non Refundable deposit of $50
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Residential Camp ages 9-14, $560+ $50 deposit
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Teen Camp ages 15-17, $600+ $50 deposit
Ages: 8 - 14 camp; teen camp ages 15 - 17
Additional Information: Camp for children with diabetes. Eagle Lake Camp is 9 miles from
Woodland Park and near Colorado Springs.
Camp Courage
Contact: 720-424-2940
Website: www.camp-courage.org
Email: [email protected]
Dates: June 14 - 18
Cost: FREE
Ages: 9 - 17
Additional Information: Week long camp for children with cancer and their siblings. Activities
include challenge course, zip line, archery, fishing and hiking. Camp is located in Jamestown,
CO.
Camp Little Tree
Web site: http://orthopedics.childrenscolorado.org/what-we-do/rehab--physical-therapy
Contact: 720-777-3456
Dates: June 8 – June 12, Cost: $625, Ages: 8 - 12 yrs.
Additional Information: Little Tree is a special camp for children with sensory integration (SI)
impairments, as well as learning and/or attention deficits. Location is near Breckenridge.
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Camp Wapiyapi
Website: www.wapiyapi.org
Contact: 303-534-0883
E-mail: [email protected]
Dates: May 30 - June 3 or June 4 - 8 or June 9 - 13
Cost: FREE
Ages: 6 - 17
Additional Information: Camp designed for pediatric oncology patients and their siblings. Kids
enjoy the opportunity to escape the hospital and doctor offices. Camp is located in Estes Park.
Camp Zenith via Children’s Hospital
Website: http://orthopedics.childrenscolorado.org/what-we-do/rehab--physical-therapy
Contact: 720-777-3456
Date: July 19 – July 23
Cost: $625
Ages: 8 - 18 yrs.
Additional Information: Camp Zenith 5 day overnight program is intended for children who
have sustained traumatic injuries to the brain.
Champ Camp
Contact: 303-388-4327
Web site: http://lung.org/associations/states/colorado/events-programs/champ-camp.html
Date: July 19 – July 25, 2015
Cost: Please contact camp for more information.
Ages: 7 - 14
Additional Information: Champ Camp is an educational program and week long summer camp
for children with asthma. Children gain confidence in themselves and their ability to take
control of something very important, control of their own lifelong condition - asthma.
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CNI Cochlear Kids Camp
Website: www.thecni.org/hearing/kidscamp
Contact: 303-806-7416
Date: June 18 – 21, July 30 – August 2, 2015
Cost: Please contact camp for more information.
Age:
3 – 18 years old (18 years of age who are senior in High School and graduates in 2015)
Additional Information: Children with cochlear implants and their families will come together
at CNI Cochlear Kids Camp in Estes Park, CO for a long weekend of summer camp activities,
networking and education.
Colorado Lions Camp
Website: www.coloradolionscamp.org/
Phone Number: (719) 687-2087
Email: [email protected]
Ages: Ages 8 through Senior Adult
Cost: Non-Refundable registration fee $100; $550 per session
Dates: Session 1: May 31- June 5 (Ages 19-30), Session 2: June 7-12 (Ages 30+), Session 3: June
14-19 (Hearing and Vision Impaired), Session 4: June 21-26 (Ages 30+), Session 5: June 28- July 3
(Ages 13-18), Session 6: July 5-10 (ages 30+), Session 7: July 12-17 (Ages 19-30), Session 8: July
19-24 (Ages 8-12), Session 9: July 26-31 (Ages 30+), Session 10: August 2-7 (Ages 19+, must be
highly independent).
Additional Information: Several weeks of traditional camps and one week for vision and hearing
impaired. Contact the camp to be sure this is a good fit for your child. Camp is located in Pikes
Peak National Forest; just west of Colorado Springs & north of Woodland Park on Hwy 67 N.
Colorado Summit Weekender Camp
Contact: Michael DiLillo - 1-888-550-3111
Email: [email protected]
Dates: April 24 – 26 (Weekend Camp, Buena Vista) $425
Ages: 11 - 19
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Colorado Weekender Additional Information: Colorado Weekender is a school year program
designed for students with learning disabilities, high functioning Autism/Asperger's, ADHA/ADD
who would enjoy and benefit from guided recreation weekends. These "youth group" like
experiences offer opportunities for peer interaction, fun and friendships in what is almost a
24/7 social skills group. Camp is in Buena Vista, CO.
Easter Seals
Website: www.easterseals.com/co/
Rocky Mountain Village Location: Empire, CO
Phone: 303-569-2333 (Krasimir Koev)
Dates & Costs: 13 separate one week camps from May thru August - check web site for specific
dates per disability & costs as there are so many options!
Additional information: Camp is fully accessible. Campers enjoy swimming, fishing, outdoor
cooking, crafts, sports, hiking, dances, music, drams, horse-back riding, zip line, day trips &
more. Beautiful mountain environment just off I-70.
Extreme Sports Camp / Ascendigo
Contact: 970-920-3695 or 970-927-3143
Web site: www.extremesportscamp.org or www.ascendigo.org
Dates: 8 Sessions from June - August
Cost: Overnight $2,300; Day $1,250; Weekend $500
Ages: 7 yrs. and older
Additional Information: Overnight sports camp that provides the opportunities and supports
for children and adults on the autism spectrum to progress in active sports.
HILLS Camping Trip
Website: www.hills-inc.org
Phone Number: (303) 875- 9149
Email: [email protected]
Additional Information: Contact for costs, dates, and more information
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Jason's Camp - Epilepsy Foundation - YMCA of the Rockies
Website: www.epilepsycolorado.org
Contact: 303-377-9774
Email: [email protected]
Dates: July 8 – 12, 2015
Cost: $550 (Scholarships Available)
Ages: 13 - 17
Additional Information: Camp for teens with epilepsy that teaches how to shift the focus to
what they can do such as zip line, rock climbing, horseback riding, arts & crafts. Camp is at
YMCA of the Rockies neat Estes Park, CO.
Joseph’s Journey
Website: www.josephsjourney.org
Contact: Kim or Vickie Steuart, 303-989-5710
Email: [email protected]
Dates & Cost: Contact for specifics as experiences are tailored to the child
Additional Information: This is a wish granting organization and is dedicated to providing
wilderness experiences to children with terminal and life-threatening illness. Adventures
include hiking, fishing, camping hunting, climbing and more – it’s up to the child. Only
experienced, qualified guides are used to lead these journeys, and all safety requirements and
rules are rigorously followed.
Junior Adventurer’s Camp (Breckenridge Outdoors Education Center)
Website: http://www.boec.org/event/junior-adventurers-camp/
Contact: 1-800-383-3632
Email: [email protected]
Dates & Cost: Call or email for 2015 info (last year cost was $475)
Additional Information: This 3 day program is uniquely designed for children ages 8 – 14 with
developmental disabilities. Campers are provided with the opportunity to boost self-esteem
thru skill building and are invited to develop inner strength and courage through canoeing,
white-water rafting, cycling, a ropes course, and more. Location is near Breckenridge, CO.
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Mile High Summer Camp
Website: http://cohemo.org/programs-and-events/mile-high-summer-camp/
Contact: 303-724-2309
Dates: Please contact for more information.
Costs: Non-Refundable $75; Approximately $1,000 (Scholarships Available)
Ages: 7 - 18 (6 year olds may be accepted on a case by case basis)
Additional Information: The purpose of camp is to learn about bleeding disorders, develop
skills, and have fun!
Teens Kayak Camp - National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD)
Website: http://www.nscd.org/pdfs_programs/2015-Summer-Brochure.pdf
Contact: 303-316-1544
Dates: Year Round Camp (visit website for more details).
Cost: Contact camp for more information.
Additional Information: Camps range from 2 to 4 days and are designed for individuals with
physical and/or developmental disabilities. Grand County, CO.
Cowboy Weekend (NSCD)
Website: http://www.nscd.org/nscd-mountain-programs-camps.php
Dates: June 12 – 14
Cost: $300 full weekend
Ages: 10 & older, must be independent
Program Information: Exciting weekend of horseback riding, cowboy cookouts and campfire
sing-a-longs. Participants must be self-sufficient in personal care. Location is Grand County
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Pinyon Ranch Horse Seminar
Website: www.pinyonranch.org
Phone Number: (954) 242-4733
Email: [email protected]
Ages: Young Adults with developmental disabilities ages 18-30
Contact for cost and dates.
Additional Information: This is a 5-day overnight program that will teach about the care and
grooming of animals, and develop independence and social skills.
Ramah
Website: www.ramahoutdoors.org
Contact: 303-261-8214, 300 Dahlia St. #205, Denver, CO 80246
Dates: Visit website for more details.
Cost: $2,100 - $4,000
Ages: 8 - 17
Additional Information: 2 & 4 week camping experience for Jewish Children who have I/DD
that allows camp participation along with typical peers.
Rock n' Rally Summer Camp
Website: www.epilepsycolorado.org
Contact: 303-337-9774
E-mail: [email protected]
Dates: July 24 - 26
Cost: Based on ability to pay
Ages: 8 - 12
Additional Information: A youth program of the Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado. This is an
overnight weekend camp designed to help children learn what they can do during a seizure. A
team of licensed medical staff is on site at all times along with peers and experienced
counselors. Camp is located in Jamestown, CO.
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Round Up River Ranch
Website: www.roundupriverranch.org
Contact: Eileen Hall
Phone Number: 970-524-2267
Email: [email protected]
Dates: 1st session begins June 7
Cost: FREE
Age: 7 - 17
Additional Information: Camp designed for children with chronic and life threatening illnesses.
There are 6 different one week sessions; each week is disability specific. Activities include
boating, fishing, music, horseback, riding, and challenge course. Location is near Gypsum, CO.
Sky High Hope Camp (American Cancer Society)
Website: www.cancer.org/myacs/greatwest/areahighlights/gwd-hopemountaincamp or
www.skyhope.org
Phone Number: 303-861-1754
Email: [email protected]
Dates: June 21 – 27
Cost: FREE
Ages: 8 - 18
Additional Information: Camp for children with cancer and their siblings. Summer sessions
include archery, arts and crafts, rock climbing, rafting, water front activities and more in a
medically safe environment. Winter sessions include snowboarding, skiing, ice skating, and
tubing. Camp is in Golden, CO
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The Tikvah Program at Ramah Outdoor Adventure
Website: www.ramahoutdoors.org
Phone Number: (303) 261- 8214 (extension 103)
Email: [email protected] (Elyssa Hammerman, Director)
Ages: Adolescents ages 11-17 with mild to moderate intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Cost: $2,300 for one session, $4,350 for both (discounts are available for former campers, and
scholarships available for first time campers)
Dates: Session 1: June 23rd – July 6th , Session 2: July 7th –July 20th
Additional Information: At Camp Ramah, all participants must be Jewish. The Tikvah program is
integrated with the greater camp, and the chalutzim (Tikvah campers) will participate in
elements of the camp program such as meals, evening programs, and Shabbat. Individual
chalutzim will be integrated in other activities around camp according to their abilities. Contact
us or see our website for more information.
Wilderness Camp (Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center)
Website: http://www.boec.org/event/wilderness-camp/
Phone: 1-800-383-2632
Email: [email protected]
Dates & Cost: 4 days in July (last year cost was $850) Call to get current information
Ages: 16 – 25
Additional Information: This is a multiday, 23 mile flat-water canoe trip down Ruby and
Horsethief Canyons on the Colorado River. Program requires all participants be independent
with self-care. Emphasis will be on having fun in a structured, supportive setting. This is a
mobile course based in Grand Junction and entering Utah for a few miles via canoe & river.
Students will be involved in paddling, navigation, camp set up, cooking, cleaning and River &
camp equipment care during the course.
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